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How Presidential Elections Affect the Financial Markets

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About Your Richest Life At Your Richest Life, Katie Brewer, CFP®, believes you too should have access to financial resources and fee-only financial planning. Focusing on long-term fundamentals and policies can provide a clearer path through the uncertainties of the election cycle.

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2025 Q1 Update: Federal Reserve Rates, Inflation and Financial Markets

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that the economy is in a good place right now, and with inflation rates creeping back up , there is no reason to make another cut at this time. Future cuts will depend on inflation and the strength of the economy as the year goes on. 2025 Inflation creeps up The U.S.

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Managing Money Stress in Turbulent Times

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About Your Richest Life At Your Richest Life, Katie Brewer, CFP, believes you too should have access to financial resources and fee-only financial planning. Look into the Financial Therapy Association to find a therapist that suits your needs. For more information on the services offered, contact Katie today.

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2024 Recap: Markets, Economy and What’s Ahead

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economy for 2025, and said he expects inflation to hit its 2 percent target by 2027. The economy was up 2.7 markets and economy closed out 2024 on a high note, providing a solid foundation as we enter the new year. economy, but its difficult to determine what the effects will be. Even so, Powell forecasted a strong U.S.

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Stock Market Volatility: What Should You Do Now?

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About Your Richest Life At Your Richest Life, Katie Brewer, CFP, believes you too should have access to financial resources and fee-only financial planning. Ultimately, as long as your portfolio is balanced, the best thing you can do is leave it alone. For more information on the services offered, contact Katie today.

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2025 Housing Market: Challenges and What’s Next

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While affordability may be improving, the high uncertainty around the markets, economy and prices going forward still makes it a challenging year for both buyers and sellers. About Your Richest Life At Your Richest Life, Katie Brewer, CFP, believes you too should have access to financial resources and fee-only financial planning.

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The Impact of the Recent Bank Failures

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So, what does all of that mean for your money, and the economy? So far, only two banks have collapsed this year: Silicon Valley Bank in California, and Signature Bank in New York. During this time, the Fed also increased interest rates another 0.25% to help curb inflation. Here’s what you should know: What Caused These Bank Failures?